1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 54 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
